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Pain is not equal: study probes how race and income alter back pain

NCT ID NCT05991440

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 13, 2026 · Last updated Jul 14, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study investigates how a person's racial background and socioeconomic status—such as income, education, and employment—affect their experience of chronic low back pain. Researchers will compare pain severity, sensitivity, and psychological factors like depression and stress between Black and White participants. The goal is to uncover disparities that could lead to fairer, more effective pain care.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to
If successful, this research could reveal why chronic low back pain affects people differently based on race and income, pointing toward more personalized pain management approaches.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It will not directly improve pain and may not identify clear causes due to many overlapping factors.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Chronic Pain chronic pain syndrome Low Back Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CHRONIC PAIN

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Washington University School of Medicine

    RECRUITING

    St Louis, Missouri, 63110, United States

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